For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 204 students in 05656, VT (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 05656, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 05656, VT is Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 05656 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05656, VT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05656, VT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
57 College Hill
Johnson, VT 05656
(802) 888-6727
Johnson, VT 05656
(802) 888-6727
Gr: PK-6 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05656, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05656, VT include Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 05656?
1 public schools are located in 05656.
What percentage of students in 05656 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 05656 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05656?
05656 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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